Hong Kong Movies: You Hongxingzi, what the hell is the charity king?

Chapter 857 "855" A Few Things About Hong Kong Island (Timeline Deduction)
The next morning, ATV News on Hong Kong Island broadcast the news on time.

After the opening credits of ATV News, the report began:
"Ladies and gentlemen, we have some important news to share..."

"The robbery that occurred at Tai Wong Fat Gold Shop in Tuen Mun at around 10 a.m. yesterday has been successfully investigated by the police and relevant departments. The perpetrator was officially identified at 2 p.m. yesterday."

"The five perpetrators were all boat people from Annam. The ringleader was named Nguyen Lik, who had worked as a demolition expert on a TVB set and had previously served in the Vietnamese military. The other four accomplices also had backgrounds as boat people from Annam, and some of them also had military service history."

"After investigation, it was found that the five perpetrators fled Hong Kong Island by boat immediately after stealing the gold."

"After receiving the intelligence, the police quickly contacted the Hainan police and successfully apprehended all the perpetrators at 3 a.m.

In the screen,
It shows footage of Ruan Li and others being detained.

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Then at 10 a.m.,
The police held a press conference, which, in addition to reporting more detailed information (with some omissions and modifications), included a segment showcasing their military strength.

Commissioner of Police Wong Ping-yiu delivered a generous speech:

"Hong Kong Island has a well-established crime tracking mechanism. From the time a crime occurs to the discovery of the perpetrator and their capture across provinces, it takes only 17 hours. This fully demonstrates that any criminal, no matter what kind of侥幸心理 (侥幸心理 refers to a mentality of taking chances or relying on luck) they harbor and attempt to escape after committing a crime in Hong Kong Island, will ultimately be brought to justice!"

Finally, a word of caution to the Annamese:
"This robbery was extremely heinous, resulting in injuries to two employees, severely disrupting public order on Hong Kong Island, and causing panic among citizens..."

"This case is a blatant provocation against the laws of Hong Kong Island!"

"To ensure the safety of citizens, the police will strengthen the investigation and control of Annamese people, send all Annamese boat people to resettlement camps, and resolutely prevent such heinous crimes from happening again."

What are resettlement camps?
There was no freedom whatsoever; the camp was surrounded by barbed wire and fences.

Originally, the Annamese were left unattended and lived scattered throughout Hong Kong Island.

The government can't easily introduce tough policies, but now that Ruan Li and his gang are making things difficult, it's perfect, giving me an excuse.

Hit hard!

What followed was a massive, city-wide search, with all Annamese people being arrested and sent to resettlement camps.

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However, it combines firmness and gentleness, giving a stick followed by a sweet treat.

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in the afternoon,

The Household Registration Department held another press conference.

The Director-General of the Household Registration Department stood on the stage.

"In order to further regulate the management of Annamese boat people and give Annamese people who are truly willing to integrate into Hong Kong Island a final opportunity, the Household Registration Department and Five Star Properties have decided to organize the final round of 'Permanent Resident Examination' in three months. Specific examination rules will be notified separately."

In fact, the admission criteria have already been decided, and both conditions must be met: 10% of students must be admitted according to the admission ratio, and the scores must be above the passing grade.

"This exam is the last chance for Annamese boat people to obtain permanent residency on Hong Kong Island. Those who fail the exam or do not participate will be repatriated to their place of origin in accordance with the law. Relevant personnel are advised to prepare in advance and pay attention to the exam details to be released by the Household Registration Department."

If the previous news story was about a strong stance that would provoke anger among Annamese people.

So this news is meant to sow division among the Annamese.

Annam is really too poor, and Hong Kong Island has welfare benefits, so no one would think of going back to Annam.

So, as long as there's a chance to stay on Hong Kong Island and enjoy its prosperity and benefits, who the hell would want to go back to Annam to starve?

Therefore,
The mitigation measures have been very effective.

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Over the next two weeks, large numbers of Annamese were sent to resettlement camps and then placed under lockdown.

They deliver food and various daily necessities every day.

When they first came to Hong Kong Island, it was the same. They received supplies every day, lived in a fixed place, and had little entertainment, so they had a baby boom.

Some Annamese tried to hide, but they were quickly found and arrested.

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Some Annamese people wanted to buy guns to do business, but the arms buyers in Hong Kong were all scoundrels. They took the money but didn't want to deliver the goods, and in the end, they even called the police to arrest them.

One by one, the restless Annamese were captured and then deported.

Why not establish Stanley Prison?

Isn't this just letting them off easy?
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Next, the 18th Winter Olympic Games were held in Nagano, Japan. No one from Hong Kong participated.

The University of Tokyo delegation won a total of 8 medals, including 6 silver and 2 bronze, ranking 16th on the medal table, a remarkable performance.

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Subsequently, the Hong Kong Island government announced its first fiscal budget since the handover, making it of great significance.

Many people are paying close attention to the new government's fiscal measures in its first year.

All the media in Hong Kong are analyzing it.

The main content is to reduce the burden on citizens, including tax reductions and refunds for salaries tax, profits tax, and property tax, as well as reductions in water fees, sewage fees, clinic fees, and immigration service fees, etc.

In addition, it has reduced business costs and enhanced social welfare...

In addition, the betting tax rate for Mark Six has been increased from 20% to 25%, and the betting tax rate for horse racing has increased from 18% to 19% starting from the new racing season.

Overall, this is a relatively mild, stable, and people-benefiting policy.

Public support +1 +1 +1...

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Next, the repatriation of the Annamese officially began.

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Subsequently, another significant event occurred on Hong Kong Island.

The Director of the Printing Bureau, Ma Yizhi, has been indicted by the Independent Commission Against Corruption (ICAC) on suspicion of accepting bribes.

The ICAC's first move after its return to power.

At that time, Ma Yizhi held the 5th rank of senior official, with a monthly salary of HK$154,000. He was 59 years old and originally planned to retire in April 1998.

However, the Independent Commission Against Corruption (ICAC) fired the first shot.

They caught him accepting a gift worth HK$30,000 from Agfa Limited, a supplier to the government printing bureau, on August 8, 1996.

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Causeway Bay
Guan Zu went downstairs.

Fang Zhanbo was in high spirits, pacing back and forth in front of Guan Zu.

After Guan Zu was tricked seven or eight times,

"Hey, what are you doing~~~"

"Brother Zu, I have a girlfriend."

"Oh~~"

"Hey, Brother Zu, aren't you supposed to be a gossip?"

"What do you mean? Huh? Do you think I'm such a boring person?"

Guan Zu looked indignant.

Xi Gui and Xu Xi: "…………"

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Guan Zu bought a newspaper, got into a black Chevrolet, and Sai Gui drove to Central Plaza.

Guan Zu glanced at the newspaper.
Several newspapers reported on the Independent Commission Against Corruption's (ICAC) "first shot" on their front pages.

Guan Zu chuckled.

This "first shot by the ICAC" reveals a lot.

First, as he was nearing retirement, he gave the foreigners a warning, showing them who was in charge now.

Secondly, the level of force used was too low. A bribe of HK$3? Who do they think they are?
Third, the bribery case used was from 1996, meaning they already had information in hand in 1996, but were holding back. Therefore, referring to the South Korean drama "The King," the Independent Commission Against Corruption (ICAC) likely possesses a large amount of historical evidence of wrongdoing. Could this be considered a warning shot?
Fourth, although he didn't go to jail, he lost his pension.

Fifth, this is one of the highest-ranking government officials detained in the 24 years since the Independent Commission Against Corruption (ICAC) was established, which can be seen as a demonstration of the ICAC's deterrent power.

Guan Zu believes this is a game of power among various parties.

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P.S.: I went on a long trip yesterday, so there are fewer articles. I'll update now and finish another chapter before noon.

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